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Dayton Recreation Centers and the Jim Nichols Tennis Complex to reopen

Dayton Recreation Centers and the Jim Nichols Tennis Complex to reopen

City of Dayton Recreation centers, Jim Nichols Tennis Complex to reopen to community on June 15.

Carillon Historical Park Re-Opens June 15th

Carillon Historical Park Re-Opens June 15th

Dayton History is excited to announce that Carillon Historical Park, the Carillon Brewing Company and Culp's Cafe will re-open on Monday, June 15.

"Dayton's Children" chronicles world-changers, now in E-book

How is "Murphy" of Murphy's Law tied to Charles Kettering to the Wright brothers? In the new e-book edition of "Dayton's Children" they are among 20 innovators who changed our world.

Centerville Summer Concert Series delayed until July 12

Centerville Summer Concert Series delayed until July 12

The City of Centerville is delaying the start of the 2020 Summer Concert Series due to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.

Strawberry Donut Day at Coldwater Cafe

Strawberry Donut Day at Coldwater Cafe

Troy Strawberry Festival may have been canceled, but Coldwater Cafe will be serving strawberry donuts for a good cause, along with other strawberry-infused treats and desserts.

Playgrounds, museums & other entertainment facilities can reopen June 10

Playgrounds, museums & other entertainment facilities can reopen June 10

Gov. Mike DeWine has announced that certain recreation and entertainment facilities can reopen with restrictions beginning June 10.

Dragon Dragons update on status of 2020 season

Dragon Dragons update on status of 2020 season

The Dayton Dragons have posted an update on the 2020 season via social media.

Dayton Art Institute faces a fundraising gap of $1 million due to COVID-19 crisis

Dayton Art Institute faces a fundraising gap of $1 million due to COVID-19 crisis

The Dayton Art Institute is facing an 'unprecedented financial crisis'. Here's how to help.

Ready to escape reality? The Great Escape Game reopens today

Ready to escape reality? The Great Escape Game reopens today

Are you ready to escape reality? The Great Escape Game in Beavercreek is NOW OPEN with new policies and procedures in place.

Ready to get your Axe on?  Wild Axe Throwing reopens today

Ready to get your Axe on? Wild Axe Throwing reopens today

Are you ready to get your Axe on? Wild Axe Throwing in Beavercreek is NOW OPEN with new policies and procedures in place.

The Mall at Fairfield Commons Transforms Parking Lot into Free Community Drive-In Theater

The Mall at Fairfield Commons Transforms Parking Lot into Free Community Drive-In Theater

Safe, socially distant Free Cinema under the Stars: The Mall at Fairfield Commons presents family-friendly movies as part of a new series of drive-in movies.

Dayton area Buffalo Wild Wings set to reopen May 27

Dayton area Buffalo Wild Wings set to reopen May 27

Buffalo Wild Wings reopen all Dayton area locations for indoor dining today, Wednesday, May 27.

The 2020 Montgomery County Fair has been canceled

The 2020 Montgomery County Fair has been canceled

The 2020 Montgomery County Fair has been canceled amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Update: Two local waterparks will open for the 2020 season

Update: Two local waterparks will open for the 2020 season

Two local waterparks will open for the 2020 season under new guidelines.

Troy Aquatic Park will open for the 2020 season

Troy Aquatic Park will open for the 2020 season

Troy Aquatic Park will open for the 2020 season under guidelines as outlined by the State of Ohio.

Food trucks, outdoor dining with social distancing at the Yellow Cab Tavern

Food trucks, outdoor dining with social distancing at the Yellow Cab Tavern

The Yellow Cab Food Truck Hub launches this Friday, with strict safety measures for outdoor seating, plus live music. Carryout and delivery also available.

Kettering cancels Fraze Pavilion's 2020 season, July 4th fireworks, summer programs

Kettering cancels Fraze Pavilion's 2020 season, July 4th fireworks, summer programs

The city of Kettering has canceled the entire 2020 season at the Fraze Pavilion, July 4th fireworks and more in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dayton's Community Golf Course to reopen Friday

Dayton's Community Golf Course to reopen Friday

Community Golf Course will reopen this Friday, May 15 after being closed since early April due to the coronavirus pandemic.

City of Dayton cancels 2020 Fireworks, Lights in Flight Festival

City of Dayton cancels 2020 Fireworks, Lights in Flight Festival

2020 Independence Day celebrations canceled - Dayton cancels its Lights in Flight Firework Festival.

Americana Festival & Fireworks 2020 has been canceled

Americana Festival & Fireworks 2020 has been canceled

The 2020 Americana Festival, including the fireworks display, 5K run, parade, street fair has been canceled in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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